Find Historic Hotels in Lübeck Old Town

The historical sites in Lübeck Old Town are probably a big part of your travel plans. You can also enjoy the many sights including the museums and monuments

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel an der Marienkirche is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Museum Holstentor is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include TOP CityLine Klassik Altstadt Hotel and Hotel zur alten Stadtmauer.

In Lübeck Old Town, there are 55 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Lübeck Old Town is notable for landmarks like Museum Holstentor, Buddenbrooks House, and St. Mary’s Church. Cultural venues include Theatre Lübeck, European Hansemuseum, and Museum Church St. Katharinen. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Lübeck Town Hall and Lübeck Christmas Market.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a vacation in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Lübeck Old Town, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Lübeck Old Town, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.